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Please fill out the form(s) below for each instrument that has been purchased. Use this information when contacting Michell Instruments for service purposes. Instrument Code Serial Number Invoice Date Location of Instrument Tag No Instrument Code Serial Number Invoice Date...
Michell Instruments can offer a variety of re-calibration and exchange transmitter schemes to suit your specific needs. A local representative will be pleased to provide detailed, custom advice.
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual Abbreviations The following abbreviations are used in this manual: barg bar gauge °C degrees Celsius °F degrees Fahrenheit dew point direct current μm micro-meter lbf-ft pound foot l/min liters per minute milliampere megapascal m/sec...
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The system comprises a programmable monitor configured to accept a unique Michell data string from the Pura transmitter. The zero and span of the monitor are set to cover the dew-point range -120 to -40°Cdp (-184 to -40°Fdp) at operating pressures up to 24 MPa (240 barg / 3480 psig).
Unpacking the Instrument 2.1.1 Unpacking Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer The Pura Advanced Hygrometer instrument and accessories are packed in a box and the method of unpacking is shown as follows: Unpacking - Monitor and Pura SEN, no block version Figure 1...
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual INstallatIoN Unpacking - Monitor and Pura OEM / PRM Figure 2 2.1.2 Unpacking Pura SEN (transmitter, no block version) Unpack the dew-point transmitter box as follows: Figure 3 Unpacking - Pura SEN - Transmitter, No Block NOTE: The transmitter sensing element is protected while in transit by a red cover containing a small desiccant capsule.
INstallatIoN 2.1.3 Unpacking Pura OEM-single bag, PRM-double bag versions Figure 4 Unpacking - Pura OEM & PRM - Single / Double Bag 2.1.4 Unpacking Monitor The monitor (2) is packed, together with its fixing clamps (1) as shown below. Unpacking - Monitor...
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual INstallatIoN 2.1.5 Accessories Pack (Pura SEN, OEM, PRM) The accessories pack is shown below: Unpacking - Accessories Pack Figure 6 Pura Advanced Online Components On delivery, please check that all the following standard components are present in the packing box.
NOTE: For environmental and operating conditions, refer to Appendix A, Technical Specifications. NOTE: OEM and PRM version transmitters are protected in transit by putting in a plastic bag filled with nitrogen. Pura OEM transmitter has single bag protection, Pura PRM transmitter has double bag protection. Electrical connector...
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual INstallatIoN Monitor The instrument has a 5-digit display, set-up on delivery to display a dew-point temperature range of -120° to -40°Cdp (-40° to -184°Fdp). Dew-point temperature units are displayed by the last LED located to the far right of the display.
Michell Instruments recommends the use of Swagelok retained gasket assemblies, ® containing silver plated, stainless steel 1/2” VCR gaskets, when connecting the Pura into a gas line. NOTE: Do not overtighten or the thread on the pipework may be stripped.
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual INstallatIoN 2.7.2 Sensor Block Connection The following procedure must be carried out by a qualified installation engineer. To mount the transmitter into the sensor block (preferred method), proceed as follows, refer to Figure 11.
2.7.3 Pura OEM & PRM Connection The Pura OEM and PRM have been assembled and packaged within a Class 100 clean- room environment. To maintain this level of cleanliness the packaging should only be breached within the same, or cleaner, environment.
The cable is pre-wired so no user wiring is required. If the cable needs to be re-wired, see below: Cable connection to the Pura transmitter is made via the removable connector. Removing the central screw enables the connector terminal block to be removed from the outer housing by using a small screwdriver to prise it clear.
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual INstallatIoN 2.8.1 Wiring Connection Between the Transmitter and the Monitor The diagram below shows the identity of the connector terminals. YELLOW Signal A YELLOW GREEN GREEN GREEN Signal B Signal (B) PIN 1 BLUE...
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual INstallatIoN Mounting the Monitor The monitor is designed for panel mounting and requires a panel cut-out of 46 x 92mm (1.8 x 3.6”). The recommended panel thickness is 2 to 5mm (0.08 to 0.2”).
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual INstallatIoN 2.10 Electrical Connections The power supply voltage is indicated on the connection detail label located on the monitor. As the monitor is provided for continuous operation it does not have an ON/ OFF switch.
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual INstallatIoN 2.10.2 Low Voltage Power Supply Input (Optional) For low voltage powered display • 18 to 36 V AC and 9 to 60 V DC Connect the power supply to the monitor (1) as shown in Figure 17.
2.13 Transmitter Installation The effective operation of the Pura Transmitter, in a flowing gas environment, relies on the transmitter being installed directly into the gas stream or by having a fully representative gas sample directed over the sensor measurement surface. Where possible, avoid installing the transmitter in a ‘dead’...
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual OPERATION OPERATION When the instrument is first powered-up the display may show a zero value for about 1 second, followed by a flashing OPEN approximately 5 seconds, before showing a dew-point value. This is normal and does not indicate a problem with the instrument.
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual OPERATION 3.1.1 Selecting the Engineering Units PROGRAM UNLOCK Enter the mode (Section 3.1). SETUP, While pressing press once. Release both buttons and keep pressing SETUP until CODE 7 is displayed. The monitor can display dew point in °C (C),°F (F), or ppb / ppm (P).
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual OPERATION SPC_n, The source of relay setpoints are set by setting digit 2 of i.e. as shown below: Displayed value (DEFAULT) Dew Point only Pressure Open transmitter connection Open / short circuit transmitter Open / short circuit thermistor All transmitter faults For example;...
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual OPERATION The Make delay time is the time delay between the setpoint being reached and the relay energizing. The Break delay time is the time delay between the relay being energized and it de-energizing. The maximum make and break delay time is 9 hours, 6 minutes, 6 seconds, in increments of 1 second.
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual OPERATION Pressure Compensation PROGRAM UNLOCK Enter the mode (see Section 3.1). The monitor has the ability to measure pressure in order to provide a pressure compensated value for ppm Using a Pressure Transducer In order to enable the use of a pressure transducer set...
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual OPERATION 3.3.2 Automatic Pressure Input Calibration Alternatively, the pressure input can be calibrated using a 4 - 20 mA source. Connect the current source between pin 2 (-ve) and pin 5 (+ve). to 022 and press SETUP .
MAINTENANCE Routine maintenance of the Pura Transmitter is confined to regular re-calibration. This work can only be done by exposure of the Pura Transmitter to sample gases of known moisture content. Calibration services traceable to the National Physical Laboratory (UK) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (USA) are provided by Michell Instruments.
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Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual appendix a Appendix A Technical Specifications 97074 Issue 9, March 2013...
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual appendix C Appendix C EC Declaration of Conformity Michell Instruments...
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48 Lancaster Way Business Park Ely, Cambridgeshire CB6 3NW. UK. declare under our sole responsibility that the product PURA Premium, PURA OEM and PURA Transmitter to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards or other normative document(s) EN61326-1:2006 Electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use –...
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Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual appendix d Appendix D Quality, Recycling & Warranty Information Michell Instruments...
Quality, Recycling & Warranty Information Recycling Policy Michell Instruments is concerned with the protection of the environment. It is our commitment to reduce and eliminate from our operations, wherever possible, the use of substances which may be harmful to the environment. Similarly, we are increasingly using recyclable and/or recycled material in our business and products wherever it is practical to do so.
Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual appendix d Calibration Facilities Michell Instruments’ calibration facilities are among the most sophisticated in the world and have been recognized for their excellence. Traceability to the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) UK is achieved through our UKAS Accreditation (Number 0179).
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Pura Advanced Online Hygrometer User’s Manual Appendix E Return Document & Decontamination Declaration 97074 Issue 9, March 2013...
Has the equipment been cleaned and decontaminated? NOT NECESSARY Michell Instruments will not accept instruments that have been exposed to toxins, radio-activity or bio-hazardous materials. For most applications involving solvents, acidic, basic, flammable or toxic gases a simple purge with dry gas (dew point <-30°C) over 24 hours should be sufficient to decontaminate the unit prior to return.
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